Coastal Flood Warning Issued for Coastal New Jersey Counties Through Monday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly, NJ, has issued a Coastal Flood Warning for several coastal regions. This alert signifies that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent, requiring immediate preparation to protect life and property.

Affected Areas

The following geographic regions and counties are included in this warning:

• Ocean
• Atlantic
• Cape May
• Atlantic Coastal Cape May
• Coastal Atlantic
• Coastal Ocean
• Southeastern Burlington

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area should take appropriate action to secure property and ensure personal safety. Follow all recommendations from local emergency management officials.

Most importantly, do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than it appears, and attempting to cross can lead to life-threatening situations and significant vehicle damage. For additional water level and flood impact information, residents can visit the National Water Prediction Service.

Expected Conditions

One to two feet of inundation above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. At this level, widespread roadway flooding is anticipated in coastal and bayside communities, as well as along inland tidal waterways. Many roads are expected to become impassable, and some damage to vulnerable structures may occur.

Timeline

The Coastal Flood Warning is effective from 9:00 PM Sunday to 5:00 AM EST Monday. Officials note that additional coastal flooding may linger into the high tide cycles on Monday afternoon.